P481 CEEFAX 2 481 Wed 12 Jan 22:32/25 1/53 KAZAKHSTAN (10/01/00) 1/6 The FCO believe that Kazakhstan is one of a number of countries where there is an increased threat to British interests from global terrorism. Robberies occur on road and rail transport. Passjngjrs should travel in groups and compartments should always bj locked on overnight trains. Muggers often target Western looking people as it is assumed that they will bj carrying valuables. Keep expensive items out of sight. Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 FCO 8 Trav Head Wjathjr Main MunuP481 CEEFAX 2 481 Wed 12 Jan 22:33/57 2/53 KAZAKHSTAN (10/01/00) 2/6 Do not walk alone at night and avoid travelling in unofficial taxis. Visitors should obtain a visa before travelling to Kazakhstan. The local authorities have recently restricted the issue of visas at ports of entry and will only do so in extreme circumstances. Visitors intending to stay for three days or more should obtain registration from the local authorities on arrival. Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 FCO 8 Trav Head Weather Main MenuP481 CEEFAX 2 481 Wed 12 Jan 22:33/27 3/53 KAZAKHSTAN (10/01/00) 3/6 The agreement allowing visas issued for one Commonwealth of Independent State (CIR) country to bj used to transit another CIR country is no longer valid, although an informal arrangement continues between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Visitors planning to visit two or more CIR countries should contact the relevant embassies for advice before travelling. Carry your passport, or an Embassy certified copy of your passport, at all times. Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 FCO 8 Trav Head Weather Main MenuP481 CEEFAX 2 481 Wed 12 Jan 22:34/58 4/53 KAZAKHSTAN (10/01/00) 4/6 The police can arrest visitors who do not carry identification. Robberies occur on road and rail transport. Passengers should travel in groups and compartments should always bj locked on overnight trains. Muggers often target Western looking people as it is assumed that they will bj carrying valuables. Keep expensive items out of sight. Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 FCO 8 Trav Head Wjathjr Main MenuP481 CEEFAX 2 481 Wed 12 Jan 22:34/29 5/53 KAZAKHSTAN (10/01/00) 5/6 Do not walk alone at night and avoid travelling in official taxis. It is not known whether maintenance procedures on aircraft used on internal flights are always properly obsjrvjd or whjthjr passjngjrs are covered bz insurance. Travellers are advised where possible to fly directly to their destination on an international flight originating outsjdj Eastern Europe and Central Asia, and to avoid in-country and regional travel using domestic carriers. Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 FCO 8 Trav Head Wjathjr Main MenuP481 CEEFAX 2 481 Wed 12 Jan 22:35/50 6/53 KAZAKHSTBN (10/01/00) 6/6 Typhoid is on the increase in Almaty. There have been 29 confirmed cases so far. In Summer 1999 there was a reported outbreak of anthrax in the Kustanay Region in the north. There are regular cases of Tuberculosis throughout the country. Visitors should seek medical advice before travelling. Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 FCO 8 Trav Head Weather Main MrnuP481 CEEFAX 2 481 Wed 12 Jan 21:29/48 48/53 MACEDONIA (14/12/99) 1/2 Most visits to Macedonia are trouble free. Crime is generally low, but there have been instances of pick-pocketing, especially at Skopje airport. British nationals intending to visit Macedonia to djlivjr humanitarian goods, in particular foodstuffs, should ensure that they have the proper customs documentation prior to arrival at any of the Macedonian border crossings. Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 FCO 8 Trav Head Wjathjr Main MenuP481 CEEFAX 2 481 Wed 12 Jan 21:30/19 49/53 MACEDONIA X04/10/99) 2/2 British nationals transjtting Macedonia with the purpose of continuing on to Kosovo, should ensure that they read the travel advice for the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro) British nationals visiting Macedonia for a period of two weeks or more are advised to register with the British Embassy, Skopje, (tel: +389 91 116 772/227 637) Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 FCO 8 Trav Head Wjathjr Main MenuP481 CEEFAX 2 481 Wed 12 Jan 21:30/51 50/53 MADAGASCAR (13/10/99) 1/4 Visitors are recommended to register with the British Embassy in Antananarivo on arrival. The more adventurous visitors going to remote areas should leave a rough itinerary with the Embassy and avoid travelling alone. There is a danger of mugging and pickpockjting in urban areas. Take precautions in crowded areas such as markets. Do not carry excessive money or wear jewellery, wrist-watches etc. Take particular care if walking at night in the city centre. Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 FCO 8 Trav Head Wjathjr Main MenuP481 CEEFAX 2 481 Wed 12 Jan 21:31/27 51/53 MADAGASCAR (13/10/99) 2/4 Carry a photocopy of your passport and keep the original document somewhere safe (e.g. a hotel deposit box). Road conditions vary widely and many vehicles are ill maintained. Avoid travelling at night out of towns as rural roads are poorly marked and vehicles poorly lit. Medical facilities are minimal. Intending visitors should seek medical advice on inoculations before travelling. Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 FCO 8 Trav Head Weather Main MenuP481 CEEFAX 2 481 Wed 12 Jan 21:39/53 52/53 W"£££"£££"£££ MADAGASCA5 (13/10/:9) 3/4 A serious outbreak of cholera earlier this year is being brought under control and the requirement to take medicine at certain checkpoints has ended. However, travellers are strongly advised to obsjtvj strict food and hygiene precautions throughout the island and to obtain relevant medical advice before travelling. Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 FCO 8 Trav Head Wjathjr Main MenuP481 CEEFAX 2 481 Wed 12 Jan 2 : 5/54 53/53 MADAGASCAR (13/10/99) 4/4 Comprehensive travel insurance is essential (check policy exclusions carefully*, and should include a provision for medical evacuation. For further advice contact the British Embassy, Antananarivj (tel: 22 277749 fax 22 26690). e-mail: ukjmbant@simicto.mg Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 FCO 8 Trav Head Wjathjr Main Menu